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Do we get a response after an interview, even if we're not selected? As I am waiting for a response from OpenText . My interview was last week Thursday, and I have even sent a follow-up email on Monday. Still no response. Shall I consider that I am not selected and that I will not be informed as well?
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Quick overview of your work history/background: where you are, what you’ve done, your wins, promotions/taking on more responsibilities into your next role. I finish with my top 3 strengths and how I’ll use those skills to make an impact to the company — always bring it back to the job. Hope this helps!
I always make a joke and say professional highlights or in-depth life trauma (obv get a feel for the person asking the question first) and they’ll typically clarify in saying just highlight key points or touch over everything you’ve done or just take always, etc. It naturally forces them to reword that question but don’t let it derail you bc asking for clarification also makes them feel like you care enough to answer the question they’re asking and not just showcase your elevator pitch.
This question is as biased as they come.
"Tell me about yourself" basically means "sell yourself to me and If I don't like what you say or how you're saying it then I'll make a decision about you as a candidate even though this question doesn't have anything to do with the skillset required to this job.. .....unless you're in Sales 😅
Think of your answer as an elevator pitch. It should take about 2 minutes to highlight something about you (you're data driven, funny,..etc)
I say " well, professionally I've...ABC....on a personal note I'm xyz" hope this helps! It's a tough question to answer
It tell me about your background, education, where you worked, skills, etc. It's a "sell me" question. Don't go too long but hit the top points that you feel are very important for that job and the interviewer.
Always go for academic and professional highlights. I start with college, briefly mention that I was involved in a couple clubs, then move right on into relevant work experience and projects Ive worked on.
This. It may seem like we want to hear about your hobbies and travels (and we do, later!) but lead with your work accomplishments and what drives you professionally.
I used to feel the same way but I've answered this question so many times that it's nothing to answer now. Start with college, the field you studied then go on to all of your career highlights.
Highlight the skills you have that led you to gaining the achievements you have listed in your resume. Menrion the orgs and clubs you took part with in uni. Sell yourself to the best of your abilities.
Whenever I ask this question, which I know is a bit broad, I expect applicants to tell me something about their values so I can see how it aligns with the company's.
I usually talk aobut my schooling, education, and experience. I often include a fun fact like the amount of pets I have, something of that nature. But I literally hate that question.
This one always sucks, lol. Never feels authentic and everyone is left puzzled as soon as the person answering is complete.
Could always just use random bullet points to describe your values and value system. I think that's what people really want out of that question.